They have cited favoritism, selfishness and opportunism in the party as the reason behind their en masse resignation. In a statement, they said they did not feel comfortable in the increasing non-political trend of giving access to close friends to higher posts.

Despite repeated protest over development of such culture inside the party, the leaders and cadres said their grievances were not addressed. The leaders have said they were compelled to resign en masse to save their political dignity and identity. RSS